Full-Time By-Law Enforcement Officer Position Available

Primary Function

Investigates and enforces the provisions of all By-Laws of the Municipality as well as other applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints and compliant areas and complete file from start to end
• Research of by-laws, zoning issues and other information as required
• Prepare correspondence, Orders to Comply and court materials Research and prepare reports on investigation matters and proposed by-laws
• Attend court proceedings in relation to by-laws
• Maintain file and reporting system
• Compile of Statistical Information in relation to by-laws
• Enforce all by-laws at the direction of CAO, CBO or Council
• Provide assistance as required by other Municipal Departments where by-law issues arise
• Prepare monthly report on by-law enforcement duties for Council
• Prepare letters to ratepayers in relation to enforcement and interpretation of Municipal By-Laws
• Acts as liaison with various municipal and provincial agencies
• May perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Proficiency in computer applications (including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and Municipal-specific accounting programs (preference Dynamics GP: Diamond).

• Excellent record keeping skills

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality where mandated or required.

• Establish and maintain respectful and effective working relationships with others

• Ability to maintain attention to detail

• Good understanding of Municipal By-Laws, the Provincial Offences Act and other related legislation

Education

• Completion of secondary education plus up to two (2) years of Community College in the field of law enforcement or equivalent.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of Municipal Law Enforcement work experience

Working Conditions

• Exposure to all weather conditions
• Required to traverse extreme terrains by foot, lift, crawl, climb etc.
• Required to complete reports and investigation within the legislated time frames
• Frequently required to deal with disgruntled home owners, tradespeople, contractor etc.
• Required to keep accurate and detailed notes
• Required to utilize alternate methods of travel, ie: All Terrain Vehicles, Motorized Snow Vehicles, boats, etc. • Required to interact with other department staff members
• Frequent usage of computers & technology
• Focused sensory attention required for inspections
• Normal working hours are 40 hours per week. Occasional overtime may be required.